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Transfer Market Update: Manchester United Eyeing Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly

Manchester United are exploring a move for Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly, while Arsenal close in on an £80m deal for Bruno Guimaraes. Elsewhere, Rangers await injury news on Ben Godfrey, and Celta Vigo have targeted Manchester United's Altay Bayindir.

Transfer Market Update: Manchester United Eyeing Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly

Manchester United Monitoring Myles Lewis-Skelly

Manchester United have initiated an internal investigation into the feasibility of a transfer for Arsenal midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly. The move coincides with the club's ongoing efforts to secure Lewis Hall from Newcastle United, signaling a shift in recruitment priorities toward bolstering domestic depth.

Arsenal Transfer Activity

Arsenal remain active in the market with two significant developments:

  • Vinicius Junior: Negotiations have progressed, with an outline for a personal deal reportedly agreed upon.
  • Bruno Guimaraes: The club has finalized an £80m agreement for the midfielder. A medical is scheduled for Monday, with a five-year contract expected to follow.

Additional Premier League Developments

Elsewhere in the league, Manchester City have signaled intent to submit a bid for Chelsea winger Pedro Neto, who is currently valued at £70m. Meanwhile, Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir has emerged as a transfer target for Spanish side Celta Vigo.

Injury and Personnel Updates

In Scotland, Rangers are awaiting medical results for new signing Ben Godfrey, who is scheduled for a scan on Monday to determine the severity of a potential injury. The club is also navigating a transition in leadership, with key figure Paraag Marathe reportedly set to depart the San Francisco 49ers after 25 years.

What to Watch Next

Market activity is expected to accelerate as the medical for Bruno Guimaraes concludes on Monday. Observers should monitor the status of Ben Godfrey’s fitness, as his availability will dictate Rangers' defensive rotation for the upcoming fixtures.

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Jordan Chen

Jordan Chen

Football Correspondent

Jordan Chen is a former systems engineer turned football analyst, specialising in mapping the invisible defensive rotations that decide high-stakes matches. Jordan covers tactics and match analysis for TaxiSports.